Police is taking a firm approach to unsafe driving behaviour by those going anywhere on our roads this Easter holiday weekend.
Over Easter weekend in 2025, four lives were lost on our roads – down from seven deaths recorded for the same period the year before.
Superintendent Steve Greally, Director of Road Policing, says we can all do much better. We still need drivers and road users to make smart decisions to keep themselves and others safe or they can expect to be ticketed, he says.
“Our staff will be out patrolling our roads anytime and anywhere over the Easter weekend and we will pursue the appropriate enforcement action if motorists are seen to be risking the safety of themselves and others.
“We are taking a serious stance to ensure we don’t see more lives lost on our roads.
Police will maintain a high level of visibility on our roads in order to prevent unsafe behaviours and enforce the law with a clear focus on reducing road trauma.
Superintendent Greally urges drivers to consider the safety of others and their own when getting behind the wheel and consider how their actions can change the lives of people in an instant.
“Decisions when driving can put a life in the balance, so that’s why it’s important not to overlook them whenever you’re travelling.
“Make good choices. Simple behaviours like buckling up before you travel, not getting behind the wheel if you’re impaired by alcohol, drugs or fatigue, staying fully focussed on the road without any distractions, and slowing down, are crucial in avoiding crashes and deaths.
Any of these will improve the chances of you arriving at your destination safely.”
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Issued by the Police Media Team